European Native Trees

Larch (Larix decidua)

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A quick growing tree, capable of reaching 130ft( 40m).
On the continent the larch is a mountian species adapted to long winters and short growing seasons; in Britain it has a longer growing season and grows quickly in dry areas. It can be vulnerable to late spring frosts and is susceptible to larch canker.
Being deciduous it is often treated as a "honorary broadleaf" to provide diversity in conifer plantations.
The rot resistant heartwood makes the timber a popular source of fencing material as well as light furniture timber.